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What’s on where... 

We check listings carefully but event details and prices may 

be subject to change. Please always check with the venue. 

ANGUS 

18 Aug 

Marvellous Moths 

Montrose Basin Visitor Centre DD10 9TJ 

www.visitangus.com 

7pm An interesting evening to discover more about 

the moths at Montrose Basin. Cost £5 adults, £3 

children. Booking essential. T: 01674 676 336 

Glenisla Highland Games 

The Haugh PH11 

www.glenislahighlandgames.co.uk 

12.30pm A very traditional Games with heavy 

events including Putting the Stone, Hammer 

Throwing, Throwing the Weight and Tossing the 

Caber, there is also a Tug o’ War and a spectacular 

Hill Race up Mount Blair. T: 01575 582349 

19 – 20 Aug 

Taste Angus Food and Drink 

Festival 2017 

Glamis Castle DD8 1RJ 

www.glamis-castle.co.uk 

11am Enjoy a showcase of local producers, artisan 

food suppliers and a jam packed line up of live 

music and entertainment acts. Not forgetting the 

Kid’s Corner packed with things to keep the wee 

ones busy. Online tickets £8 adults, under 12s free. 

T: 01356 650388 

26 Aug 

Bats Before Bedtime 

Monikie Country Park DD5 3QN 


7.30pm Take a look at these secretive 

misunderstood creatures before they fly off into 

the night. Booking essential. T: 01382 370202 

26 – 27 Aug 

A Day Out With Thomas 

Caledonian Railway DD9 7AF 

www.caledonianrailway.com 

10am Meet thomas the Tank Engine and his 

friends. Children’s entertainer, bouncy castle and 

fairground rides. T: 01356 622992 

27 Aug 

Bat Watch 

Crombie Country Park DD5 3QL 


7.30pm Join the Rangers for a talk on bats followed 

by a search for them flying in the park grounds. 

Booking essential. T: 01241 860360 

Hedgehog Workshop 



10am Help build a suitable home for hedgehogs. 


1 – 3 Sept 

Kirriemuir Festival of Music and 

Song 

Kirriemuir DD8 www.visitangus.com 

Various Times The Kirriemuir Festival sees the 

town bustling with traditional music and song. 

2 Sept 

Doors Open Day 

Webster Memorial Theatre DD11 1AW 

www.doorsopendays.org.uk 

10am An opportunity to tour the Theatre. 

Admission free. 


Forfar Guide Dog Centre DD8 1WG 


10am A great opportunity to visit the purpose built 

guide dog training centre on the outskirts of Forfar. 

Open Air Cinema: Harry Potter 


www.bluemonkey-events.co.uk 

8.15pm Outdoor screening of the Chamber of 

Secrets. Booking essential. 

2 – 3 Sept 


Arbroath Lifeboat Station DD11 1PD 


10am Angus Doors Open Days allows members 

of the public to see inside buildings that may not 

normally be accessible. 


Camera Obscura DD8 4PR 


11am Enjoy panoramic views of the town and 

surrounding countryside. T: 01575 575885 


JM Barrie’s Birthplace 


11am Visit the childhood home of the creator of 

Peter Pan. T: 01575 572646 

3 Sept 

Apple Harvest Day 

Barry Mill DD7 7RJ www.nts.org.uk 

11am Apple Harvest Day celebrates the reward 

of the fruits of the season. Visitors will be 

invited to pick their own apples and enjoy the 

entertainment. T: 01241 856761 

High Ropes Taster 



10am Try the 160mtr zip line, leap of faith, 

climbing walls and the balance beams. No 

experience necessary. Spaces limited, booking 

essential. Suitable for ages 8+. T: 01382 370202 

3 Sept 


Kinnaird Castle DD9 6UA 


3pm & 4.15pm The Castle will be open for organised 

tours. Booking essential. T: 01674 810240 

4 – 8 Sept 

Awesome Archaeology 

Various Libraries - check website for details 

DD9 7AD 

www.monifiethhistorysociety.co.uk 

3.45pm Come along and find out what an 

archaeologist does, what sorts of things they find 

then try out the activities to learn more. Booking 

essential. Suitable for ages 8-12 years. 

T: 01356 627414 

9 – 10 Sept 

Auchmithie Heritage & 

Arts Festival 

Auchmithie DD11 1AH 


Various Times All public buildings in Auchmithie 

will be open as Art Galleries with an extensive 

archive collection of photographs, census, village 

records and letters on show. 

10 Sept 

Brilliant Bats 

Montrose Basin Visitor Centre DD10 9TA 


7pm Join a member of staff for a talk about bats 

and a guided walk along the Lurgies. Cost £5 

adults, £3 child. Booking essential. T: 01674 

676336 

16 Sept 

Fleein’ Fur 

Forfar Loch DD8 1BT 


7.30pm See how many bat species can be found 

flying around the park on this guided walk. 


Open Air Cinema: Jurassic Park 


www.bluemonkey-events.co.uk 

7.30pm Outdoor screening of the classic Jurassic 

Park. Booking essential. 

CLACKMANNSHIRE 

17 Aug 

Animal Agents 

Ben Cleugh Centre FK13 6AG 

www.clacksweb.org.uk 

11am Popular entertainers Mac’A’Story will bring 

the summer reading challenge to life for children 

to enjoy. Tickets free but booking essential. 

T: 01259 452262 

Summer in Alloa 

Alloa Town Centre FK10 1JF 

www.actbid.com 

11.30am Children’s entertainment to finish off the 

school holidays. T: 01259 404104 

17 Sept 

Alva Glen Illuminations 

Alva Glen FK12 5JT 

www.clacksweb.org.uk 

7.30pm The glen will be festooned with a variety 

of lights and visitors can also enjoy entertainment 

and refreshments. 

23 – 24 Sept 


Various Locations 


Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival that 

celebrates heritage and the built environment. 

It offers free access to over a thousand venues 

across the country. Please visit the website for 

the full programme. 

We check listings carefully but event details and prices may be subject 

to change. Please always check with the venue. 

DUNDEE 

19 Aug 

Indian Summer Family Day 

Verdant Works DD1 5BT 

www.verdantworks.com 

12pm Family friendly afternoon of colour, music, 

food and dance celebrating Dundee’s 

international community. Free with admission. 

T: 01382 309060 

Summer Planetarium Shows 

Mills Observatory DD2 2UB 

www.leisureandculturedundee.com 

2pm Take a tour of the night sky and learn about 

constellations, asteroids, galaxies and the latest 

space news. Cost £1 adults, 50p children. 


Brilliant Bats Walk and Talk 

Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre PH8 0HH 

www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk 

7pm Come along for an illustrated talk on the 

UK’s common bat species and how to detect them 

followed by a guided walk through the woods to 

put the theory into practice. Cost £8/£3. 

T: 01350 727337 

St Mary’s Fun Day 

Craigowl Primary School DD3 9NY 


12pm Annual community fun day. 

T: 01382 307680 

Fintry Gala 

Fintry Cross DD4 


To Be Confirmed Community fun day. 

Menzieshill Community Centre 

Family Fun Day 

Menzieshill Community Centre DD2 4BH 

www.dundeecity.gov.uk 

To Be Confirmed Family fun day. T: 01382 432967 

20 Aug 

Art in the Park 

Mains Castle DD4 9BX 

www.artsocial.org.uk 

12pm An opportunity for local artists to showcase 

their talent through music, art, performance 

and crafts. 

26 Aug 

Dundee Ministry of Crafts Art Fair 

Steeple Church DD1 4DG 

www.thesteeplechurch.org.uk 

11am Art and craft fair featuring local artists with a 

range of stalls to suit all tastes. An excellent family 

day out. Also on 30 Sept 

1 – 3 Sept 

Dundee Flower and Food Festival 

Camperdown Country Park DD2 4TF 

wwwdundeeflowerandfoodfestival.com 

10am A feast of entertainment, colourful blooms a 

familiar faces from TV. T: 01382 4531849 

2 Sept 

Angus Cycling Festival 

Reid Park DD8 


To Be Confirmed A weekend of fun packed events 

for all the family. T: 01241 890722 

9 Sept 

Kirkton Festival 

Kirkton Community Centre DD3 0AX 

www.dundeecity.gov.uk 

12pm Annual community Fun Day. 

T: 01382 436453 

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Meet the Expert - Let’s Get Digital 

Dundee Science Centre DD1 4QB 

www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk 

10am Delve into digital technology with 

interactive activities and demonstrations. Free 

with admission. T: 01382 228800 

16 Sept 

Happy Birthday McManus 

McManus Art Gallery and Museum DD1 1DA 

www.mcmanus.co.uk 

1pm Celebrate 150 years of McManus by making 

party hats, badges and decorating a giant 

cardboard birthday cake. T: 01382 307200 

The Victorian Shop 

McManus Collections Unit DD1 1PQ 

www.mcmanus.co.uk 

1pm Handle real Victorian objects from 

archaeological excavations in and around Dundee, 

Learn about Victorian money and find out what it 

will buy in the Victorian Shop. T: 01382 307200 

16 – 17 Sept 





celebrates heritage and the built environment. It 

offers free access to over a thousand venues across 

the country. Please visit the website for the full 

programme. 

30 Sept 

Open Morning 

High School of Dundee DD1 1HF 

www.highschoolofdundee.org.uk 

9am An independent, co-educational day school 

providing primary and secondary education. 

T: 01382 202921 

30 Sept – 1 Oct 

The Steam Show 

Dundee Museum of Transport DD1 3LA 

www.dundeemuseumoftransport.co.uk 

10.30am A fun day out for all the family with 

working models, stalls, miniature railway and 

refreshments. Adults £4, children £2. 

T: 01382 455196 


Scrapyard Science 

Dundee Science Centre DD1 4QB 

www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk 

10am Burrow in the bins, rifle with rubbish and 

tinker with trash! Create some cool stuff out of 

everyday items and discover the ingenious world 

of engineering. T: 01382 228800 

FALKIRK 

17 – 18 Aug 

StopGo Animation Workshop 

Meadowbank Library FK2 0GU 

www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org 

10.30am Use stop motion animation techniques 

to animate Lego sets and minifigures. You will 

also learn skills like storyboarding and digital 

storytelling. Cost £3.30. Booking essential. 

Suitable for ages 8+ years. T: 01324 503870 

18 – 20 Aug 

Roman Mosaic Workshop 

Callendar House FK1 1YR 


11.30am Design and decorate your very own 

mosaic coaster to take home. All materials 

supplied. Cost £6.50. T: 01324 503770 

19 Aug 

The Big Hunt 

Muiravonside Country Park EH49 6LW 


10am Unleash your inner treasure hunter and learn 

how to geocache. There will be help for first time 

geo-cachers to get you started. Free event. 

T: 01324 590900 

Macastory’s Animal Agents 

Adventure 

Falkirk Library FK1 5AU 


11am Solve crimes and find out how animals 

save the day! Go on a special interactive Summer 

Reading Challenge adventure with madcap 

Macastory. Free event, booking essential. 

T: 01324 503605 

27 Aug 

Open Day 

Kinneil House EH51 0PR 


10am A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary 

Renaissance wall paintings within the magnificent 

Kinneil House which dates back to the 15th and 

16th centuries. T: 01324 590900 

31 Aug 

Chatterbooks 

Larbert Library FK5 3JX 


4pm Book group for ages 7-12 years. Free event, 

booking essential. T: 01324 503590 

2 Sept 

Chatterbooks 

Falkirk Library FK1 5AU 


10.30am Falkirk’s Chatterbooks book club is going 

to try some coding! Learn a bit about Scratch by 

creating your own animations. No previous coding 

experience required. Booking essential. For ages7- 

12 years. T: 01324 506800 

7 Sept 

Chatterbooks 

Meadowbank Library FK2 0GU 


3.30pm Free monthly club for kids aged 7-12 years. 

T: 01324 503870 

9 Sept 

Chatterbooks 

Grangemouth Library FK3 8AG 


10.30am The theme this month is Diary of a Wimpy 

Kid. Suitable for ages 7-12 years. T: 01324 504690 

HorsePower 

The Helix FK2 9EE 


11am Equine history and archaeology is brought 

to life with a wide range of activities including live 

demonstrations, talks, exhibitions, archaeological 

digs and fun children’s activities. T: 01324 590900 

Can You Dig It? 



1pm Experience the excitement of 

uncovering Roman artefacts in dig boxes 

using archaeologist’s tools and handle 

objects found on real excavations. Cost 

£6.50 per child. Suitable for ages 7+ 

years. Also on 23 Sept (11am). 

T: 01324 503770 

Bat Walk with Echoes 

Ecology 



7.45pm Come and learn about these elusive 

creatures and then take a walk in the park with our 

bat expert. Cost £4. Suitable for ages 8+. 

T: 01324 590900 

9 – 10 Sept 

Day Out With Thomas 

Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway EH51 9AQ 

www.srps.org.uk 

From 10.30am Engines with friendly faces. A 

great day out for all the family featuring children’s 

entertainment, competitions, face painting and 

fairground attractions. T: 01506 822298 

16 Sept 

Open Day 



1pm A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary 

Renaissance wall paintings within the magnificent 

Kinneil House which dates back to the 15th and 

16th centuries. T: 01324 590900 

Wild About Kinneil: 

Chainsaw Carving 



1pm Come and watch a chainsaw artist create 

something for the estate. T: 01324 590900 

16 – 17 Sept 








programme. 

17 Sept 

Romans Rule Workshop 



2pm You will be ordered by a Roman Centurion to 

join the Roman army and march to the Antonine 

Wall whilst fending off the Caledonians. A fun, 

interactive workshop. Cost £5.50 per child. 

T: 01324 503770 

22 Sept 

Wild About Kinneil: 

Nocturnal Safari 

Kinneil Estate EH51 0PR 


7.15pm A walk at dusk to uncover the wildlife 

that comes out after dark. Free event, booking 

essential. T: 01324 590900 

23 Sept 

Roman Mosaic Workshop 



11.30am Design and decorate your very own 

mosaic coaster to take home. All materials 

supplied. Cost £6.50. T: 01324 503770 

28 Sept 

Chatterbooks 

Larbert Library FK5 3JX 


4pm Book group for ages 7-12 years. Free event, 


29 Sept 

Family Friendly Badger Watch 



6.45pm Join the ranger service on a badger watch. 

Cost £4. Suitable for ages 6+. Booking essential. 

T: 01324 590900 

30 Sept 

Chatterbooks 

Bo’ness Library EH51 0AH 


10.30am Book group for ages 7-12 years. Free event, 


FIFE 

19 Aug 

Dalgety Bay Bike Festival 

Dalgety Bay Sailing Club KY11 9SJ 

www.bikeeventsscotland.com 

12pm A fantastic day of cycling fun for all the 

family. Timber trails, bike surgery, stalls and BBQ. 

Free admission. 

19 – 20 Aug 

Defend Dunfermline 

Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries 

KY12 7NL 

www.onfife.com 

12pm World War 2 history festival featuring a 

parade, exhibitions and live music. T: 01383 602365 

The 2017 Open Weekend 

The Scottish Vintage Bus Museum KY12 0SJ 

www.svbm.online 

12.30pm This two day event will feature visiting 

buses old and new as well as many of the museum 

collection offering rides around the site and to 

Dunfermline. We’ll also have a large range of stands 

selling books, models and memorabilia as well as 

food and drink. T: 01383 623380 

20 Aug 

Outlandish Living at Culross Fete 

Culross Palace KY12 8JH 

www.nts.org.uk 

11am The event has been organised to create a 

flavour of the life and times of the Jacobite era, 

inspired by the Outlander series, all within the 

village of Culross which was used as a film location 

in the popular drama. T: 0131 243 9331 

Out of the Box: Kelpies 

Museum of the University of 

St Andrews KY16 9AR 

www.st-andrews.ac.uk 

1pm Be inspired by these magical beasts and help 

create an artwork exploring the real working horses 

of historic St Andrews. T: 01334 461660 

26 Aug 

International Bat Day 

Hill of Tarvit Mansion KY15 5PB 


12pm Learn lots about bats from the rangers and 

have a go at making your very own bat box. 

T: 01334 653127 

We check listings carefully but 

event details and prices may be 

subject to change. Please always 

check with the venue. 

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Wild Planet Explorers 

fun, educational & interactive 

animal biology & conservation 

sessions & talks, STEM provider 

- nursery, primary & secondary 

schools, family holiday sessions, 

groups, events & festivals. 

Contact Joanna McFarlane on 0781 312 4577, 

joannamcfarlane@wildplanetexplorers.co.uk, 

visit www.wildplanetexplorers.co.uk or the 

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Real curriculum 

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From Nursery to S6 

Primary and Secondary School 

Open Morning 

9am, Saturday 30 September 

Brand-new additional Fife bus service stopping at 

Glenrothes, Freuchie, Ladybank, Cupar, Dairsie and Balmullo 

Outstanding exam results 

Flexible subject choices, tailored to meet your child’s needs; 

26 subjects available at Higher level 

Supportive pastoral care system ensures every pupil can 

achieve their full potential 

Register on the website, by phone or on the day. 

highschoolofdundee.org.uk 

01382 202921 

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Wild Planet Explorers 

Wild Planet Explorers was set up to inspire future 

biologists & conservationists. Sessions are fun, 

educational & interactive & share amazing biology 

& conservation facts about animals using props, 

imaginative play, games & music. Wild Planet Explorers is a registered STEM 

provider. Sessions are designed for nursery – P4 ages & we also deliver a 

“Biology, Habitat & Conservation” presentation for P5 & above to introduce them 

to & inspire them to study biology. Sessions can be tailored for any ongoing 

biology, nature, habitat or conservation school topic & deliver for Curriculum for 

Excellence Science Outcomes. Teacher notes are available in advance of each 

session. 

For testimonials/more information, please contact Joanna McFarlane on 

0781 312 4577, joannamcfarlane@wildplanetexplorers.co.uk, visit 

www.wildplanetexplorers.co.uk or the Wild Planet Explorers! 

A new term - a new year – a 

new outlook – and enthusiasm, 

energy and excitement for the 

new experiences along the way. No 

wonder so many children can feel 

daunted, apprehensive and anxious by 

all these new beginnings! Drama classes 

can really help to boost their confidence, 

develop their speaking skills and give 

them a renewed sense of self esteem. 

Through our structured and stimulating 

curriculum, we help each child towards 

expressing themself clearly, and achieving 

their full potential – while having lots of fun 

along the way! Find out more by ringing 

Barbara on 01382 330052 or at tayforth@ 

helenogradyeastcentralscotland.co.uk 

What do you look for in your 

childcare provider? 

Trust, professionalism, compassion? These 

might be top of your list, but in this modern and 

often stressful working world, there may also be 

challenges linked to finance and flexibility. 

The Teddy Bear Club Nursery in Dundee can 

provide a range of options for your child within a fantastic setting. As well as its 

expansive outdoor / green space, the nursery boasts a dedicated chef focusing 

on ‘home-style’ cooking, additional classes such as listening, P.E and music and 

parental engagement throughout the year. 

For more information on The Teddy Bear Club Nursery, which provides childcare 

and education for children up to school age, please telephone 01382 641577 or 

visit website www.teddybearclubnursery.co.uk. 

The Alhambra Stage & Dance School is a place where everyone gets a chance 

to shine! Students build confidence, develop skills and make lasting friendships 

in our fantastic range of classes: weekend Musical Theatre Schools; Acro, 

Street, Tap, Cheer and Jazz Dance; An advanced Musical Theatre Course; a 

Competition Dance Troupe; plus a brilliant adult choir! It really is all going on at 

AlhambraSDS! 

This term we will be performing the full scale production of Jack and the 

beanstalk at the Alhambra Theatre, plus we are running free taster sessions and 

two week trials for our classes - so be sure to check our website and facebook! 

www.alhambrasds.co.uk 

“The most rewarding part of fostering is…seeing 

anger and resentment melt away from being 

passed from carer to carer, seeing him relax and 

becoming more content.” 

Last year, there were 454 children in Foster Care across Tayside. Barnardo’s 

Scotland currently require more foster carers in Dundee, Angus and Perthshire to 

provide warm, safe, stable homes for vulnerable children in your local community 

You don’t have to be perfect to be a foster carer, children will take you just as you 

are. We believe that you can make a difference to a child’s life, you won’t be alone 

as we offer you support, training, guidance and 

allowances and fees. 

To find out more call the Dundee Team on 

01382 561900 or online 

www.Barnardos.org.uk/fostering. 

AlhambraSDS 

UNLOCK THE BOX 

TO RELEASE THE FUN 

The fun-loving musical team of Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo 

(formerly of The Singing Kettle) continue to delight and enchant 

fans with their madcap singalong family shows. And there are 

plenty of FUNBOX shows to enjoy in the coming months. 

“We’ve had a very busy year with four different shows 

running over the Summer”, says Kevin, “and we’ve been to some fan-tastic places 

like Orkney, Shetland, Tiree and The Edinburgh Fringe.” The FUNBOX gang have an 

exciting schedule with lots of visits to Tayside, Fife and the Central area still to come 

with ’UNDERWATER ADVEN-TURE’ and ‘HIGHLAND FLING’. They’ve also just 

announced their new Christmas show ‘SANTA’S FUNTASTIC FACTORY’ - coming 

this November. “It’s the best job in the world,” says Anya “and it’s great to be able 

to take the FUNBOX to so 

many exciting venues”. 

So if you fancy diving 

beneath the waves to 

explore the mysterious 

seabed, 

joining us for a highland 

hootenanny or seeing where 

Santa makes all those 

toys - FUNBOX has a show for you! 

Look out for brilliant Group 

Saver deals and Early Booker 

offers for ‘Santa’s Funtastic 

Factory’ - details online 

‘UNDERWATER ADVENTURE’ 

Perth Concert Hall - Sat 26th August at 2.00pm 

Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline - Sat 23rd September at 1.00 

& 3.30pm 

Falkirk Town Hall - Sat 7th October at 1.00 & 3.30pm 

‘HIGHLAND FLING’ 

Blairgowrie Town Hall - Sun 22nd October at 2.00pm 

Brechin City Hall - Sat 28th October at 12noon & 3.00pm 

To find out more about FUNBOX go to www.funbox.co.uk 

or find them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter 

8 Primary Times BACK TO SCHOOL ISSUE www.primarytimes.net/fife

Falkirk Community Trust gratefully acknowledges the support of Falkirk Council. Reg. charity number SC042403 

BACK TO SCHOOL 

“Create some #LandmarkMoments with your 

family at Landmark Forest Adventure Park! 

Where else can you twist and turn through the trees on a family friendly rollercoaster, 

take the plunge down one of three water coasters, take on a high-ropes 

course, be intrigued at the world’s first Bamboozeleum and even get the chance to 

walk through an amazing tropical hot-house with hundreds of stunningly beautiful 

butterflies!? 

Families have been enjoying Landmark Forest Adventure Park for nearly 50 years 

and with all these great activities on offer, it’s a must-do for any family looking for a 

great day out in Scotland! 

Just Google “Landmark Park Scotland” to find 

out more and start planning your next family 

adventure today.” 

Our focus is on enabling every pupil to achieve their full potential. Our Integrated 

Curriculum therefore brings together the academic, the co-curricular and pupil health 

and wellbeing to provide a coordinated, genuine all-round education with the pupil at 

the heart. 

In the primary years children receive subject specialist teaching in Science, Modern 

Languages, ICT, Art, Music, Drama, PE and Health and Food Technology. This 

provides a real head start. 

In S3 our pupils continue to be able to choose eight subjects, not five or six. And 

with almost 100 co-curricular activities on offer at the school, opportunity extends far 

beyond the classroom. 

Means-tested financial assistance is available in 

the Senior School and in P6 and P7 of the Junior 

School. Find out more at our Open Morning! 

The Helix in Falkirk 

It is back to school for the kids but we still 

have a few fun events coming up at The 

Helix in Falkirk involving emperor clothes 

and horses! Check our website to find 

out more about our last outdoor theatre 

performance, The Emperor New Clothes 

by Illyria and Horsepower, an imaginative 

celebration of Scotland’s equine heritage 

taking place on the 9th of September. The 

perfect free day out for all horse lovers as well as the entire family! 

www.thehelix.co.uk/all-events www.facebook.com/HelixFalkirk/ 

Boosting Literacy, 

Numeracy and 

Language Learning for 

Children at Home and 

School 

Innovative kits for young learners have 

been developed by Staffordshire based 

WordUnited. Teaching read-stage 


A full day of activity on Saturday 9 September 


HelixFalkirk | @HelixFalkirk | helixfalkirk | thehelix.co.uk 

#Horsepower #HHA2017 #TheKelpies 

English, French, Spanish and other languages, the fun first-step titles help with 

reading and writing letters, numbers, colours, shapes and actions. 

Carefully designed vibrant products with real-life pictures encourage early stage 

independent learning. Combining digital and print media, a range of 20 products 

in appealing kits are available to support literacy, numeracy and language 

learning. 

In a durable box with a magnetic flip lid, the vivid, A5-size, double-sided 

flashcard kits, with pens, erasers, teaching guidance and stickers, enable clarity 

to acquire both verbal and written language skills through practice, playing 

games and winning reward stickers. The flashcards are wipe-clean to encourage 

young learners to write letters and numbers correctly, guided from precisely the 

right start to end point. 

These popular kits are available at £12.99 from 

the WordUnited website: www.wordunited.com 

Pettycur Bay Holiday Park 

Located on the beautiful Fife coast between Burntisland & Kinghorn, Pettycur Bay 

has been a family favourite for thirty years. 

Boasting a 1.2m deep heated swimming pool with Kids pool, Jacuzzi, sauna & 

steam room as well as soft play; outdoor play, arcade & full dining facilities The Bay 

Complex is open daily from 8.30a.m. for leisure 

and 10am for refreshments. 

Vouchers can be purchased online at www. 

pettycur.co.uk or you can pay in cash at leisure 

reception. Please note that children under 16 

must be accompanied by an adult. 

For enquiries call us on 01592 892200 

NEW TERM AT STIRLING 

KIP MCGRATH 

The new school term is an exciting time for 

the team at Kip McGrath in Stirling. Centre 

Director, Fiona Macdiarmid and her team 

are looking forward to welcoming returning 

students and new faces. The centre was 

established over 14 years ago and is 

respected and trusted by parents looking for 

extra support for their children. All tutors are 

fully qualified teachers and tutoring is tailored 

to the learning needs of individual students. 

The aim is to help children feel more confident about their learning in order to 

maximise their potential. Located on the Stirling University campus, the centre 

offers tutoring sessions after school and on Saturday mornings. 

A free no obligation assessment can be arranged by calling 01786 474818 or 

email stirling@kip-mcgrath.com 

AcousticMusicWorkshop 

We provide tuition in guitar, ukulele, mandolin, violin, bass, piano & singing. 

■ Professional teachers working from ideal studio base in Perth. 

■ First lesson FREE. 

■ Lessons tailored to your school calendar term dates. 

■ Fast and fun teaching method with excellent results. 

Contact Nigel 07758 559187 or Edis 07715 549398 

or Susan 07801 069228 

Facebook www.facebook.com/AcousticMusicWorkshop 

Friarton House, Perth, PH2 8BB 

WEE WILD SPARKS OUTDOOR NURSERY 

Collecting bugs, mixing potions, gathering pine cones, cooking on a fire, 

rolling down a hill, squelching mud, climbing trees; these are just some of the 

experiences enjoyed by children at Wee Wild Sparks! 

Rachel, whose four year old attends, says “Our child absolutely loves this 

experience and talented staff and we love collecting a happy, inspired, muddy 

daughter”. 

Children learn through interacting 

with the environment through the 

changing seasons, supported by 

experienced staff who provide 

nurturing care, and stimulating 

learning experiences. 

Places are currently available on 

Mondays and Tuesdays. 

For details please contact 

office@wildsparks.co.uk 



WOW! 


Young Archaeologists: 

Magnificent Metal 




10am Develop your archaeology skills and discover 

fascinating facts about people of the past. Free, 

but booking essential. T: 01334 461660 

Young Archaeologists: 

Ancient Art 




10am Develop your archaeology skills and discover 

fascinating facts about people of the past. Free, 

but booking essential. T: 01334 461660 

Sea Eagle Festival 

RSPB Loch Leven KY13 9LX 

www.rspb.org.uk 

12pm Help weave a giant willow eagle nest and 

create an ‘Eagle Antics’ cartoon with local artist 

Karen Hartnell. There will be storytelling sessions 

and a guided walk. T: 01577 862355 

27 Aug 

Craigtoun Charity Day 

Craigtoun Country Park 

www.friendsofcraigtoun.org.uk 

To Be confirmed Family fun day. 

Out of the Box: Kelpies 




1pm Be inspired by these magical beasts and help 

create an artwork exploring the real working 

horses of historic St Andrews. T: 01334 461660 

1 Sept 

Bat Walk 

The Ecology Centre KY3 9YG 

www.theecologycentre.org 

7.30pm Join local Batman, Richard Smith, for a talk 

and walk to see and hear all about the bats which 

live around us. There will be the opportunity to 

use bat detectors so you can listen to their calls and 

feeding. Booking essential. T: 01592 891567 

3 Sept 

Pre ‘67 Ford Rally 

The Scottish Vintage Bus Museum KY12 0SJ 

www.svbm.online 

12.30pm From Model Ts to Zephyrs come and see a 

superb display of pre ‘67 Fords. T: 01383 623380 


East Fife Various Locations 






programme. Also 10 & 17 Sept 

9 Sept 

Bat Walk and Talk 

Falkland Palace KY15 7DA 


8pm The site ranger will be using bat detectors 

to find what species are present and you’ll 

also have a chance to look at where the bats 

roost. Adults £5, children £4. T: 01337 857397 

9 – 10 Sept 

Miniature Railway 

Beveridge Park KY2 5LZ 

www.railscot.co.uk 

2pm On behalf of Kirkcaldy Model Engineering 

Society the miniature railway will be back running 

during the weekend in the park. Also 7 - 8 Oct. 

17 Sept 

Fungi Wander 

Hill of Tarvit Mansion KY15 5PB 


1.30pm Hill of Tarvit is known for its fast array of 

fungi; come along on this ranger guided walk and 

see what we can find. Cost £5 adults, £4 children. 

T: 01334 653127 

PERTH & KINROSS 

19 – 20 Aug 

Waterplane Event 

Kirkgate Loch Leven KY13 8ET 

www.perthcity.co.uk 

10am Balbedi Aeromodelling Club are hosting 

a waterplane event flying from the banks of 

Loch Leven. 

20 Aug 

The City of Perth Salute 

Perth City Centre PH1 


12pm International artistes will join local bands in 

the City of Perth Parade from the South Inch to the 

North Inch, along Tay Street culminating in 

an arena performance. 

24 – 27 Aug 

International Horse Trials 

Blair Castle PH18 5TL 

www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk 

8am Scotland’s leading equestrian event. 

25 Aug 

Falconry Friday 

Scone Palace PH2 6BD 

www.scone-palace.co.uk 

12pm A wonderful falconry display by the 

renowned Raptor World. These magnificent birds 

will be on display from 12-4pm on the lawns in 

front of the Palace. Also 8 & 22 Sept T: 01738 

552300 

27 Aug 

Summer Festival 

The Black Watch Museum PH1 5HR 

www.theblackwatch.co.uk 

10am Annual summer festival. Adults £5, children 

free. T: 01738 638152 

Animation Workshop 

Aberfeldy Town Hall PH15 2DD 

www.animationjam.co.uk 

10.30am Learn from a professional filmmaker 

how to make a movie – from creating story 

and characters, through to filming and editing. 

Suitable for ages 7-11 years. 

Summer Harvest Festival 

The Crannog Centre PH15 2HY 

www.crannog.co.uk 

10.30am Try ancient ploughing, sow seeds, learn 

about prehistoric farming, make herb garlands and 

bake your own harvest rolls in our Iron Age clay 

ovens. T: 01887 830583 

The Final Feud 

Blairgowrie PH11 8PH 


2.30pm A re-enactment by Earl of Loudoun’s 

Regiment of the fight at McComie’s Field in 1673 

between the Farquharsons and the MacThomses. 

2 – 3 Sept 

Mary Queen of Scots Festival 

Kinross and Loch Leven KY13 

www.maryqueenofscotsfestival.co.uk 

To Be Confirmed The festival programme will 

include living history encampments, music, 

food and drink and a programme of children’s 

entertainment to explore. 


Kinross-shire and Strathearn Various 

Locations 






programme. 

2 – 10 Sept 

Perthshire Open Studios 

Various Locations PH1 

www.perthshireopenstudios.com 

Various Times This annual event involves artists 

and makers throughout Perthshire and Kinross 

opening their studios and workshops to the public. 

6 Sept 

Nature Nippers 

The Hermitage PH8 0JR 


11am Join the Rangers to learn about where 

squirrels live and make some great feeders for 

Sandy and his friends to enjoy. 

8 – 17 Sept 

Perth 18th Century Festival 

Perth City Centre PH1 


2pm The festival includes a range of activities 

including conferences, exhibitions, talks, walks, 

visits, street celebrations, a ceilidh, a ball, waterbased 

activities on the Tay and family oriented and 

children’s activities. T: 07771 905 770 

9 – 10 Sept 


Highland & Eastern Perthshire 







programme. 

10 Sept 

Farming Yesteryear Vintage Rally 



9.30am Vintage tractors, stationary engines, 

steam engines and agricultural machinery will be 

on display together with vintage cars, lorries and 

other vehicles. T: 01738 552300 

16 – 17 Sept 

Down the Rabbit Hole with Alice 

in Wonderland 



4pm Come and join the characters from Alice in 

Wonderland for a day of fun and frolics! Watch 

the characters have fun at their Tea Party and play 

games with Alice, the Queen of Hearts, Tweedle 

Dum and Tweedle Dee, the Mad Hatter and not 

forgetting the White 

We check listings carefully but 

event details and prices may be 

subject to change. Please always 

check with the venue. 

Ways with Wood: The Tunery Prize 

The Crannog Centre PH15 2HY 

www.crannog.co.uk 

10.30am An exciting and artistic day celebrating 

Scottish native woods and Iron Age-inspired talent. 

Visitors will have the opportunity to vote for the 

best item. T: 01887 830583 


Perth City Various Locations 






programme. 

17 Sept 

Stories in Stone 

Madoch Centre PH2 7QX 

www.stmadoeskinfauns.com 

10.30am Workshops of ancient crafts; display 

boards about Celtic times and information on the 

history of the stones. Bouncy castles, face 

painting and musical performances. Opening 

Ceremony at 2pm. 


The Enchanted Forest 

Faskally Wood Pitlochry PH16 

www.enchantedforest.org.uk 

Various Times A multi-award winning sound and 

light show in Faskally Woods. T: 0871 288 7655 

30 Sept 

Whole School Open Day 

Kilgraston School PH2 9BQ 

www.kilgraston.com 

11am-2pm. Immerse yourself in a tour of the 

School buildings starting with the classical 

Georgian building at the heart of the campus, see 

the cutting-edge resources and the world-class 

facilities both inside and out; our new Science 

Centre, our indoor 25m Swimming Pool, our state 

of the art Recording Studio, our all-weather pitches 

and Scotland’s only school equestrian centre. Then, 

enjoy a walk around the inspiring grounds and 

immerse yourself in Kilgraston life. To register 

T: 01738 812257 

4 Oct 

Autumn Art 

The Hermitage PH8 0JR 


11am Make beautiful creations from materials that 

you find in the forest and also look for the stick man 

on the way. Cost £4 per child. 

STIRLING 

18 Aug 

Wildlife Watchers 

The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre 

Aberfoyle FK8 3SX 

www.scotland.forestry.gov.uk 

10am Become trained bird watcher with the 

knowledge of bird calls and colours. Once you’re 

ready we’ll got off to our wildlife hide to see what 

we can recognise. Suitable for ages 8+. Cost £5 

adults, £2.50 child. Booking essential. Also 20 Aug 

T: 0300 0676615 

18 – 20 Aug 

Doune the Rabbit Hole 

Music Festival 

Cardross Estate FK8 3JY 

www.dounetherabbithole.co.uk 

To be confirmed Family friendly festival celebrating 

the very best of Scotland’s independent / DIY arts 

scene alongside amazing international guests. 

Throughout the weekend will be a huge range of 

activities for kids of all ages from games to crafts. 

Online ticket booking essential. 

10 




19 Aug 

Stirling Highland Games 

Stirling Sports Village FK8 1QZ 

www.stirlinghighlandgames.com 

10.30am A full programme of traditional Highland 

games competitions including piping, running, 

youth running, cycling, highland dancing, 

heavyweights, long jump and triple jump. 

Julia Donaldson’s Story Safari 

Blair Drummond Safari Park FK9 4UR 

www.blairdrummond.com 

11am & 3pm The Gruffalo is going on safari this 

summer in aid of Stirling based charity Artlink 

Central. Families are being offered the chance to 

get up close to the world’s favourite furry monster 

and his creator, Julia Donaldson. T: 01786 450971 

20 Aug – 1 Oct 

Tales from the Battlefield 

National Wallace Monument FK9 5LF 

www.nationalwallacemonument.com 

11.15am The Battle of Stirling Bridge is over – and 

a soldier, abandoned and left for dead, makes 

his way into the woods. Lost and disoriented, he 

meets another fighter – then discovers he is on the 

enemy’s side! Will they fight – or agree to a truce? 

Various times and dates, check website for details. 

T: 01786 472140 

23 Aug 

Summer Ceilidhs at the Tolbooth 

Tolbooth FK8 1DE 

www.culturestirling.org 

8pm Combining Scottish music and dance, the 

ceilidh band will lead you through some of the best 

known Scottish Country Dances. Suitable for all 

ages and all stages. T: 01786 274000 

25 Aug 

Bat Box Checks 

The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre Aberfoyle 

FK8 3SX 

www.scotland.forestry.gov.uk 

10am Join the Forestry Commission for the rare 

opportunity to see bats up close and learn about 

their ecology. Suitable for ages 8+. Cost £5 adults, 

£2.50 child. Booking essential. T: 0300 0676615 

30 Aug – 20 Sept 

Scotland’s National Hero 



From 11.15am A presentation by a costumed 

actor giving an insight into the life of Sir William 

Wallace – who he was, where he came from, and 

how he fought to free the people of Scotland from 

oppression. Various Dates & times. Check website 

for details. T: 01786 472140 

2 Sept 

Beginner’s Guide to Bats 

Glen Finglas FK17 8HR 

www.whatsonstirling.co.uk 

7pm An indoor session on bat ecology followed 

by a practical field session including using bat 

detectors and moth trap inspection. Suitable for 

ages 10+. T: 03303 333 300 

9 – 11 Sept 

The Battle of Stirling Bridge 



From 11.15am A special weekend for all the family. 

A mix of fun games, entertainment and the chance 

to discover more about Scotland’s National Hero. 

T: 01786 472140 

10 Sept 

Wetland Wander 

RSPB Black Devon Wetlands FK10 1DQ 

www.rspb.org.uk 

2pm Enjoy a guided walk of the wetlands to 

hear about some of the wildlife, habitats and 

management of the reserve and the plans for 

the future. Free event, booking essential. 

T: 01324 832 853 

16 – 17 Sept 




Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival 

that celebrates heritage and the built 

environment. It offers free access to over a 

thousand venues across the country. Please 

visit the website for the full programme. 

17 Sept 

Charity Open Day 

Kilbryde Castle FK15 9NF 

www.scotlandsgardens.org 

2pm Enjoy the formal, woodland & wild 

gardens of the castle. Cost £5, children free. 

T: 01786 824897 


History Live! 

The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and 

Museum FK8 2RQ 

www.smithartgalleryandmuseum.co.uk 

10.30am Come along to the museum for some 

special exhibitions and objects on show during 

History Live weekend. T: 01786 471 917 


Bannockburn House Tours 

Bannockburn House FK7 8EY 

www.historicenvironment.scot 

From 10.30am Enjoy a costumed tour of 17th 

century Bannockburn House, a rare chance to 

see inside this unique house. Free event, booking 

essential. T: 0131 668 8850 

Gruesome Games 



9.30am Gruesome fun for all the family. Free with 

admission. T: 01786 472140 

Have A Go Archery 

The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre 

FK7 0LJ www.battleofbannockburn.com 

12pm Come along to the archery range and shoot 

some arrows with the fully-qualified archery 

instructors. Cost £3 for 6 arrows. T: 01786812664 

Weapons Tent 



11am Visit the Weapons Tent at The Monument 

and discover the fascinating history behind many 

of them. Free with admission. T: 01786 472140 

Renaissance Revelry 

Stirling Castle FK8 1EJ 

www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk 

12pm Meet the characters and learn about their 

life in the Royal Palace. Visit the kitchen and see 

the food they would have prepared and hear more 

about the past times of the nobility and Mary, 

Queen of Scots. T: 01786 450000 


BOX OFFICE 

ALHAMBRA THEATRE KY12 7NX 

Box Office: 01383 740384 


19 – 23 Sept 

Joseph and the Amazing 

Technicolor Dreamcoat 

Starring X-Factor star Joe McElderry. 

Performances at 2pm, 2.30pm, 5pm, 7.30pm & 

8pm This vibrant and exciting retelling of the 

biblical story about Joseph, his eleven brothers 

and the coat of many colours sings out to young 

and old alike with a score which is crammed 

wall to wall with hits. 

24 Sept Stick Man 

11am, 1pm, 3.30pm & 4pm Touching, funny and 

utterly original adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s 

well known book. 

CARNEGIE HALL KY12 7JA 

Box Office: 01383 602302 


23 Sept Funbox Underwater 

Adventure 

1pm & 3.30pm There’s somefin fishy going on 

in their latest singalong tail - the FUNBOX is 

locked and the gang will have to cause a splash 

because their magical keys are all tucked up in 

the sea bed. 

LOCHGELLY CENTRE KY5 9RD 

Box Office: 01592 583303 


23 Sept Into the Woods 

2pm & 7pm MRS Dance tell the story of Hazel 

and Gracie who are trying to undo Maleficent’s 

evil curse with the help of the trusted fairy 

godmother. 

28 – 29 Sept Hairspray 

7pm Lochgelly Youth present this dazzling 

musical which will get you perfecting your 

dance moves and leave you wanting more. 

THE BYRE THEATRE KY16 9AJ 

Box Office: 01334 475000 www. 

byretheatre.com 

2 Sept Hairy Maclary and Friends 

1.30pm & 3.30pm With music, singing and 

several of your favourite Hairy Maclary stories, 

this show is a must for the whole family. 

PERTH CONCERT HALL PH1 5HZ 

Box Office: 01738 621031 

www.horsecross.co.uk 

26 Aug 

Funbox Underwater Adventure 

2pm There’s somefin fishy going on in their latest 

singalong tail - the FUNBOX is locked and the 

BoxOffice 

Your family theatre guide... 

gang will have to cause a splash because their 

magical keys are all tucked up in the sea bed. 

WHITEHALL THEATRE DD1 5JA 

Box Office: 01382 434940 

www.whitehalltheatre.com 

30 Aug – 2 Sept Sister Act 

7.30pm When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, 

witnesses a murder, she is put in protective 

custody in the one place the cops are sure she 

won’t be a found: a convent! 

3 Sept Goldilocks and the Three 

Bears Singalong 

2pm The much loved fairy-tale Goldilocks and 

The Three Bears comes to life on stage in an 

unforgettable live stage production of song and 

laughter that the children will love. 

27 – 30 Sept The Wizard of Oz 

7.30pm Follow the yellow brick and meet 

Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Toto and 

those cheeky munchkins for a magical evening. 

DUNDEE REP THEATRE DD1 1PB 

Box Office: 01382 223530 

www.dundeerep.co.uk 

16 Sept Fuora Dance Project’s 

W-Hat About? 

2.30pm The performance is an interactive 

celebration of the importance of 

intergenerational family ties enriched by a 

humorous take on the combination of Italian 

and Scottish cultures. 

GARDYNE THEATRE DD5 1NY 

Box Office: 01382 434 940 

www.gardynetheatre.org.uk 

23 – 26 Aug The Wiz 

7.30pm Follow the Yellow Brick Road with this 

performance by Dundee Schools Musical Theatre. 

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JOE IS JOSEPH… 

Joe McElderry dons the Dreamcoat for the 2017 

technicolor tour at the Alhambra Theatre, Dunfermline. 

Singing sensation and X Factor favourite Joe 

McElderry will once again wear the world’s most 

famous coat in Joseph and the Technicolor 

Dreamcoat, touring at the Alhambra Theatre, 

Dunfermline from 19-23 September 2017. 

Joe’s title role debut in the 2016 production of 

Joseph was his first major theatrical appearance – and 

his performance was met with 5* reviews and standing 

ovations up and down the country. 

This vibrant and exciting retelling of the biblical 

story about Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat 

of many colours sings out to young and old alike 

with a score which is crammed wall to wall with hits, 

including Jacob and Sons, Close Every Door and 

Any Dream Will Do. 

See website for tickets www.alhambradunfermline.com 

MACROBERTS ARTS CENTRE 

FK9 4LA 

Box Office: 01786 466666 

www.macrobertartscentre.org 

30 Sept The Story of the Little 

Gentleman 

3pm The Little Gentleman thinks he will live a 

sad and lonely life forever . . . until one day he 

is woken up by a curious dog who just wants 

to play. 

THE ALBERT HALLS FK8 2QL 

Box Office: 01786 473544 

www.culturestirling.org 

1 Sept W3L Wrestling Showdown 

7pm Heavyweights, Tag Teams and Women’s 

matches will feature with fans at ring side 

cheering on their favourites. 

FALKIRK TOWN HALL FK2 9EE 

Box Office: 01324 590900 


20 Aug Goldilocks and the Three 

Bears Singalong 

1pm & 3.30pm The much loved fairy-tale 

Goldilocks and The Three Bears comes to life on 

stage in an unforgettable live stage production 

of song and laughter that the children will love. 

6 – 7 Sept The Gruffalo 

10.30am & 1.30pm Join Mouse on a daring 

adventure through the deep, dark wood in 

this magical, musical adaptation of the classic 

picture book. 

26 Sept Stick Man 

1.30pm What starts off as a morning jog 

becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man! 

THE HELIX FK2 9EE 

Box Office: 01324 590900 


26 Aug Emperor’s New Clothes 

6pm Outdoor Theatre performance based on the 

timeless Hans Christian Andersen’s story. 

SCONE PALACE PH2 6BD 

Box Office: 01738 552300 


16 – 17 Sept 

Down The Rabbit Hole 

12pm & 4.00pm Join the characters from Alice in 

Wonderland for a day of fun and frolics! 

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK 

Jack and the Beanstalk 

comes to the Alhambra 

Theatre this December 

starring Billy Mack. A 

traditional pantomime with 

a wild west twist! Starring 

Billy Mack (centre) as 

Dame. Alan Orr (left) as Silly 

Billy and Craig McDougall 

as Jack. See website for 

full details 


Panto runs from 8-27 December 2017. Book your tickets now! 


BOX OFFICE 

Kids get creative! 

DESIGN THE PRIMARY TIMES 

CHRISTMAS CARD! 

Every year, we at Primary Times send out thousands of Christmas 

cards and we would like you to create the picture for this 

year’s card. It can be any picture you like that you think means 

“Christmas”, a snowman, Rudolf with his red nose, a robin on a 

snow-covered branch or maybe a nativity scene. 

Our picture shows our card from last year which was created by 

May and Sam Fletcher from Nottinghamshire. 

All you have to do is draw and 

colour or paint your picture on 

an A4 piece of card or paper and 

send your entry along with your 

name, age, address, telephone 

number and school name to: 

The picture on the front cover of this card 

was created by Sam Fletcher aged 7 

& May Fletcher aged 6 

Hawthorne Primary & Nursery School, 

Nottinghamshire 

Sam & May won the 

“Create the Primary Times Christmas Card” 

Competition for 2016 

Christmas Card Competition 

Primary Times 

Schools Publishing Limited 

Unit 1A Thamesview 

Industrial Estate 

Newtown Road 

Henley on Thames RG9 1HG 

Closing date for entries is 29th October 2017. 

Unit 1A Thamesview Industrial Estate, Newtown Road, Henley on Thames RG9 1HG 

Our card from a previous 

year which was designed by 

Kavina Patel aged 8. 

Seasons Greetings 

Teachers and schools are very welcome to send in entries from an entire class in a single envelope ensuring that the school name, child’s 

name and age are clearly written on the back of each entry. The winner’s design will be used for the 2017 Primary Times Head Office 

Christmas card and the winner will also receive 50 copies of the card with envelopes. 


COMPETITIONS 

WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS FOR 

THE OPENING NIGHT OF 

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING 

TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT 

At the ALHAMBRA THEATRE on 

19th September at 7.30pm 

WIN A FAMILY TICKET 

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FOR THE EMPEROR’S 

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Who is 

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Just answer the 

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Germolene* is working with The Wild Network 

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Outdoor play is important for childhood 

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For your chance to win a For Art Sake Voucher 

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answer this simple question:- 

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WIN A FAMILY TICKET FOR 

THE OPENING NIGHT OF 

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK 

At the ALHAMBRA THEATRE on Friday 8th December at 7pm 

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Where is this year’s production of 

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